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“The most important thing was to win the game but also to see again Jamie and Riyad playing together in the same game and on the same pitch,” said Puel.

“I think it was good when the fans gave Riyad’s name a reception at the beginning of the game and when I replaced him at the end. It was important for me, all the support.

“I said before in press conferences to remain united about the situation. It was difficult to manage but I am happy in the end to see the good feeling between Riyad and the fans, and his team-mates also.

Jamie Vardy scores against Sheffield United

“It was a good feeling and it was important we appreciate the good support from the fans for Riyad. It was important they remained with him after this story and it’s a good feeling for the future.

“He was a little frustrated at the end because he wanted to score for the fans.

“The situation is behind us now, it’s important to look forward.”

For Vardy, his goal marked his first for Leicester in the competition as Puel named a full-strength team to face the Blades.